BOMA Industry Series: AEDARSA Codes & Compliance

Description

BOMA Industry Series | Codes & Compliance – Elevating Devices
Presented by Alberta Elevating Devices and Amusement Rides Safety Association (AEDARSA)

Elevating device codes are evolving, and expectations on building operators, property managers and building owners are increasing.

This timely and essential Codes & Compliance session delivers a clear, practical briefing on what’s new, what’s changed, and what you need to know now to remain compliant under Alberta’s Safety Codes framework. Whether you oversee a single building or a portfolio, this is a session you do not want to miss.

AEDARSA will walk attendees through current requirements, upcoming considerations, and common compliance gaps related to elevators, escalators, and other elevating devices, with a focus on real-world application, risk management, and operational accountability.

If you are responsible for building operations, capital planning, or regulatory compliance, this session will help you stay ahead of inspections, avoid costly issues, and better understand your obligations.

SESSION OUTLINE

Owner & Property Manager Responsibilities

• Roles and responsibilities under the Safety Codes Act
• How accountability is applied in practice

Legislative & Regulatory Framework

• Safety Codes Act and applicable Regulations
• Municipal Affairs STANDATA requirements

Permitting Requirements

• Permits of Operation
• Permits of Alteration and New Construction

In-Service Inspections

• Inspection purpose and frequency
• What owners should expect before, during, and after inspections

Directives & Notifications

• Compliance timelines and sign-off requirements
• Understanding notification types and enforcement triggers

Maintenance Control Programs (MCPs)

• What an MCP is and why it matters
• What owners should review and confirm

Category 1 & Category 5 Testing

• Testing requirements and timelines
• Safety and compliance implications

Accident & Incident Reporting

• Owner reporting obligations
• Thresholds and response expectations

Repairs, Replacements & Alterations

• Cab enclosure work
• Common compliance issues and pitfalls

Special Provisions (Section 8.6.11)

• Application to existing devices
• Owner responsibilities and decision points

Removing Devices from Operation

• Temporary vs. permanent removal
• Barrier-free considerations and stored energy risks

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

• Building Operators
• Property Managers
• Asset & Portfolio Managers

ABOUT THE PRESENTER

Alan Irving
Technical Manager
Alberta Elevating Devices and Amusement Rides Safety Association (AEDARSA)

Alan Irving is the Technical Manager at the Alberta Elevating Devices and Amusement Rides Safety Association (AEDARSA), the delegated administrative organization responsible for the safety oversight and permitting of elevating devices in Alberta. He brings over 20 years of experience in the elevator industry, with a background in construction, inspection, and regulatory compliance.

A Journeyman Elevator Constructor, QEI-certified inspector for elevating devices, and certified amusement ride inspector, Alan provides technical leadership and code interpretation related to the application and enforcement of safety codes for elevators and escalators, barrier-free lifts, manlifts, and personnel hoists. His work involves close collaboration with industry stakeholders, inspectors, engineers, and government partners.

Alan is an active member of the CSA B44 Technical Committee, a contributing member on multiple ASME A17.1/CSA B44 code committees, and serves on the ASME A17 Regulatory Advisory Council, supporting the development, interpretation, and harmonization of elevating device safety codes across jurisdictions.

*Disclaimer: By registering for this event, you acknowledge that the information you provide is accurate and absolve BOMA Edmonton and North of any liability for inaccuracies. Your registration also implies consent to be contacted by BOMA Edmonton. Furthermore, the ideas and views expressed by any speakers are their own and are not endorsed by BOMA Edmonton.